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Cranbourne West has an estimated 20,242 residents, up from 19,969 at the 2021 Census — a change of 273 people, or 1.4%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years, slower than 84% of areas nationally. 380 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,774 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Cranbourne West has an estimated population of approximately 20,242, according to AreaSearch analysis of ABS regional population updates alongside new addresses validated since the Census. Compared to the 19,969 people recorded in the 2021 Census, this represents an expansion of 273 people (1.4%). This demographic shift draws on an estimated resident population of 20,214 determined by AreaSearch following the ABS release of June 2025 ERP figures, combined with 380 newly validated addresses post-Census. Consequently, population density stands at 1,774 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical benchmark across national locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
Throughout the previous decade, the suburb of Cranbourne West achieved steady demographic expansion with a 3.8% compound annual growth rate, outperforming the wider SA4 region. Natural increase served as the primary contributor, generating roughly 38.0% of recent population additions, while both overseas migration and interstate migration also provided positive momentum. To model future demographic shifts, AreaSearch applies SA2 projections released by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 using 2022 as a base year. Where SA2 locations lack coverage, figures are sourced from 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections and converted through weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 tiers, with age-cohort growth rates extended across 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the suburb of Cranbourne West is positioned for outstanding expansion that ranks within the top 10 percent of all statistical areas nationwide. Driven by aggregated SA2 projections, the community is anticipated to add 11,491 persons by 2041, representing a cumulative increase of 56.6% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
876 new dwellings have been approved in Cranbourne West over the past five years, an average of 175 a year. That is 7.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 155 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 52% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 45, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of ABS building approvals by AreaSearch shows that annual residential planning permissions in Cranbourne West have averaged approximately 175 dwellings, totaling an estimated 876 approved homes across the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), alongside 45 approvals recorded to date in FY-25. With an inflow averaging just 0.8 people per year per completed home across the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), residential construction is comfortably keeping pace with or outstripping local demand. This pipeline widens purchaser options, accommodates demographic increases beyond baseline forecasts, and delivers new residences with an average construction cost of $459,000.
Furthermore, substantial commercial planning momentum is highlighted by $107.8 million in commercial development approvals registered this financial year. On a per capita basis, residential approvals in Cranbourne West track at around two-thirds the level observed across Greater Melbourne, placing the suburb in the 25th percentile nationally; this tighter building pace constrains buyer selection while bolstering buyer interest in established homes. Recent residential building activity is split between 52.0% detached dwellings and 48.0% townhouses or apartments, illustrating a growing emphasis on medium-density formats that range from family homes to cost-effective compact living. This delivery marks a transition away from the existing property base (currently 82.0% houses), driven by diminishing greenfield land parcels and rising preference for diverse, accessible dwellings. With roughly 581 people per dwelling approval, the local development sector demonstrates characteristics of a highly mature market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, demographic projections anticipate an addition of 11,463 residents in Cranbourne West through to 2041. Should current construction tempos remain unchanged, new housing completions risk lagging behind incoming population growth, which could intensify purchaser competition and exert upward pressure on local home values.
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Development applications around Cranbourne West
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Cranbourne West, worth an estimated $555 million. A further 97 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $15.1 billion. 30 are already under construction and 31 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Civic development, planning schemes, and major capital undertakings play a transformative role in shaping community progression. AreaSearch has identified a total of 29 projects anticipated to influence the local area. Notable initiatives include ESR Greenlink Industrial Estate, RISE, Hall Road, Cranbourne West, Cranbourne West Distribution Centre, and Harli, with key highlights outlined below.
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Cranbourne West Distribution Centre
Stockland's Cranbourne West Distribution Centre is a premium logistics estate in Melbourne's south-east. Stage 1 was completed and fully leased in 2023. Construction of Warehouse 2, a standalone prime-grade distribution facility of approximately 21,000 sqm, has been completed and the building is now being actively marketed for lease with immediate availability. The facility includes ultra-high clearance warehousing, dual-level offices, ESFR sprinklers, extensive hardstand and direct access to the EastLink and wider freeway network.
ESR Greenlink Industrial Estate
An industry-leading 79-hectare industrial and logistics estate in Melbourne's south-east, designed with a focus on sustainability and worker wellness. The precinct features 5 and 6 Star Green Star rated facilities, over 4 hectares of parkland, walking tracks, and an on-site cafe. Key tenants include Amazon, CEVA Logistics, Focus on Furniture, and JAS Worldwide. While several warehouses are completed and occupied, final stages including Lot 8 are scheduled for delivery in September 2026.
RISE, Hall Road, Cranbourne West
RISE is a premium industrial estate in Melbourne's South East, developed by Frasers Property Industrial in joint venture with ESR Australia, spanning 64.4 hectares. It features state-of-the-art logistics and manufacturing facilities with a focus on sustainability, targeting a 5 Star Green Star rating, and offers speculative developments for lease.
Cranbourne West Secondary College
New secondary college serving growing Cranbourne West community. Modern facilities including science labs, performing arts spaces, sports facilities, and technology-enabled learning environments. Capacity for 1,200 students from Years 7-12.
Lochaven Residential Estate
A premium master-planned residential estate in Cranbourne West featuring 357 dwellings plus townhomes, a P-12 school, village square with retail hub, sports and recreation facilities, beautifully landscaped open spaces, and retirement village. The 66-hectare development offers comprehensive community amenities with proximity to transport, education, retail and recreational spaces creating a convenient village-style community.
LINC Townhomes
Completed residential development of 170 double-storey townhomes in Cranbourne West, offering 2, 3, and 4 bedroom configurations. Developed by Pomeroy Pacific with Creation Homes as builder. Designed by Ascui & Co Architects, interiors by Adele Bates, and landscaping by Memla. Features luxury finishes, natural materials, maximized light and airflow, sustainability focus, premium upgrades including double glazing, stone benchtops, and high-speed fibre internet connectivity.
Industrial Quarter (iQ) Cranbourne West
Salta Properties' Industrial Quarter (iQ) is a premium industrial estate in Cranbourne West, offering twelve large lots starting from 6,375 sqm for logistics, manufacturing, food production, cold storage, and last-mile distribution. Located 450 meters from Western Port Highway with links to major freeways, it supports businesses in Melbourne's southeast growth corridor and complements the Dandenong South Inland Port.
Dandenong South Intermodal Terminal
A major inland port and freight hub located within the Nexus Dandenong South Industrial Estate. The $383 million facility connects directly to the Port of Melbourne via a dedicated rail spur, aiming to shift containerised freight from road to rail. Once complete, it will feature automated rail-mounted gantry cranes, operate 24 hours a day, and have the capacity to handle up to 560,000 TEU per annum.
10,355 residents of Cranbourne West are employed, from a labour force of 11,020. Unemployment sits at 6.0%, with participation at 72.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 16,044, about 79% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Data aggregated by AreaSearch indicates that Cranbourne West possesses a skilled labour base with prominent manufacturing and industrial representation, marked by general job stability over the preceding twelve months and an overall jobless rate of 6.0%. As of March 2026, the employed resident count stands at 10,355 residents, with the local unemployment level tracking 1.3% above the 4.8% recorded for Greater Melbourne. Meanwhile, the local labour participation rate is solid at 72.8% compared to Greater Melbourne's 70.1%. Census records further show that a moderate 15.1% of working residents operated from home, though this figure reflects conditions during Covid-19 lockdowns.
The local working population is concentrated primarily within health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and construction. Industrial specialization is especially pronounced in manufacturing, where the proportion of employed residents is 1.9 times the regional level. In contrast, professional & technical roles account for a comparatively modest 4.4%, below the 10.1% benchmark seen regionally. Given its primarily residential makeup, the suburb generates limited internal job opportunities, as evidenced by Census metrics comparing the resident workforce to locally based employment. According to AreaSearch examination of ABS and SALM figures across the recent 12-month timeframe, the local labour force grew by 0.3% while overall resident employment slipped by 0.2%, causing the unemployment rate rise by 0.5 percentage points. Across Greater Melbourne over the identical span, employment expanded by 2.1%, the labour pool increased by 2.3%, and joblessness rose 0.2 percentage points. Forward-looking guidance from Jobs and Skills Australia national forecasts published in Mar-26 provides additional context regarding workforce trajectories over five and ten-year horizons. Nationally, employment is modeled to increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though industry variations exist. When calibrated to Cranbourne West's specific workforce composition, this weighting extrapolation suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, purely for illustrative purposes without factoring in localized demographic growth.
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Median household income in Cranbourne West is $1,856 a week (about $97,000 a year), with median personal income at $822 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,144 a year against an average of $60,249. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Taxation statistics compiled by AreaSearch from postcode-level ATO releases for financial year 2023 indicate that the suburb of Cranbourne West recorded a taxpayer median income of $53,144 alongside an average of $60,249. These figures sit beneath nationwide averages and compare with $57,688 and $75,164 recorded across Greater Melbourne. Accounting for a 9.62% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $58,256 (median) and $66,045 (average) as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, individual, family, and household earnings aligned around the 54th percentile nationally.
Weekly income in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket represents the largest group, accounting for 44.7% of residents (9,048 people), compared to 32.8% across the broader region. While accommodation commitments absorb 19.0% of income, baseline earnings support disposable income at the 53rd percentile, positioning the locality in the 4th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Cranbourne West had 6,102 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 82% detached houses and 3% apartments. 64% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 13% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $375 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,800 a month, a total housing cost higher than 82% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the latest Census, the residential landscape of Cranbourne West featured 81.7% separate houses and 18.3% other dwellings (including semi-detached units, apartments, and alternative structures), contrasting with 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across Melbourne metro. Outright property ownership in Cranbourne West sat below the metropolitan benchmark at 12.9%, while 64.1% of households held a mortgage and 23.1% were tenants. Typical mortgage commitments were comparatively affordable, with median monthly repayments of $1,800 against $2,000 in Melbourne metro and $1,863 nationally. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent stood at $375, sitting below Melbourne metro's $390 and matching the Australian national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Cranbourne West counted 6,102 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.1 people each. 48% are couples with children, more than in 93% of areas nationally, against 20% couples without children. 15% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb is characterized by a strong family profile, with family arrangements accounting for 82.7% of total households, made up of couples with children (48.2%), couples without children (19.9%), and single parent families (13.5%). Non-family living arrangements constitute the remaining 17.3%, consisting of lone person households (15.0%) and group households (2.3%). Reflecting these living arrangements, the median household size is 3.1 people, noticeably higher than the 2.6 recorded across Greater Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.8% of adults in Cranbourne West hold a university qualification, including 15.6% with a bachelor degree and 5.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 23.4% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 4,662 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,012 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Higher education attainment levels in the district present opportunities for educational development, with tertiary degree holders (22.8%) tracking notably beneath the 37.0% recorded for Greater Melbourne. Among higher education credentials, bachelor degrees account for 15.6%, postgraduate qualifications make up 5.3%, and graduate diplomas represent 1.9%. Conversely, vocational and technical pathways show strong participation, with 37.2% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational qualifications, including certificates (23.4%) and advanced diplomas (13.8%). Active study rates across the community are prominent, with 33.4% of the population attending an educational institution. Broken down by level, this encompasses 13.1% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 3.8% engaged in tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Cranbourne West reaches 44 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 4,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 280 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Local public transit infrastructure in Cranbourne West comprises 44 active transport stops providing bus connections across 7 distinct routes, generating 3,980 weekly passenger trips. General transit accessibility is sound, with households situated an average of 283 meters from their closest boarding point. Given the predominantly suburban residential character, outward travel is common, with private vehicle travel serving as the primary choice at 92%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.7 per dwelling, exceeding the regional benchmark. Additionally, 15.1% of working locals reported working from home in the 2021 Census, a figure likely influenced by prevailing COVID-19 conditions.
Transit operations deliver an average of 568 trips per day across the collective network, which translates to roughly 90 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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76.4% of residents in Cranbourne West report no long-term health condition. 4.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's analysis of chronic health conditions and mortality statistics, overall health metrics in Cranbourne West sit slightly below national benchmarks; while general illness rates remain moderate for the broader populace, they elevate among older demographics. Furthermore, private health insurance uptake is comparatively constrained at approximately 51% of the total population (~10,260 people), falling below the 56.7% seen throughout Greater Melbourne and the Australian national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues represent the primary reported medical conditions locally, affecting 7.6 and 6.8% of residents, respectively. Nevertheless, 76.4% of residents reported having no long-term health ailments, exceeding the 72.6% recorded across Greater Melbourne.
Health results for the under-65 population track favorably above typical benchmarks. Seniors aged 65 and over account for 8.6% of residents (1,740 people), trailing the 15.1% regional proportion for Greater Melbourne, with senior health indicators presenting certain vulnerabilities despite broader population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
43.7% of Cranbourne West residents were born overseas and 45.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 86% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (18.7%) and English (18.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The demographic fabric of Cranbourne West demonstrates pronounced cultural diversity, with 43.7% of residents born abroad and 45.7% utilizing a language other than English at home. Christianity forms the largest religious affiliation, encompassing 36.2% of the local population. Notably, faiths categorized under Other represent 9.3% of residents, significantly outpacing the 2.3% average recorded across Greater Melbourne. Examining parental ancestry backgrounds, the leading responses in Cranbourne West are Other at 24.9% (considerably above the regional share of 14.6%), Australian at 18.7%, and English at 18.0%. Several specific cultural heritages also show distinct local concentrations, including Indian background at 9.8% (vs 4.2% across the wider region), Samoan at 1.7% (vs 0.3%), and Sri Lankan ancestry at 1.6% (vs 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Cranbourne West is 32, younger than 90% of areas nationally. 27.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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Cranbourne West maintains a comparatively youthful age distribution relative to Greater Melbourne. According to AreaSearch calculations for August 2026, children and young adults (0 - 24) account for 36.9% of the population versus 30.5% regionally, while retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) represent only 8.6% compared to 15.1% across Greater Melbourne. The median age is calculated at 32 as at August 2026, remaining level with the 2021 Census and sitting 5 years beneath the Greater Melbourne median of 37 from that Census, where the Australian median stood at 38. Within specific age brackets, young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) shifted from 36.7% at the Census to an estimated 35.2%.
Looking ahead to 2041, middle aged and young retiree cohorts (45 - 64) are projected to record the largest numerical surge, adding 3,538 residents (91%) to reach 7,445, while retiree and elderly groups will experience the fastest rate of growth, climbing 119% to 3,810 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Cranbourne West
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 3 months ago all 10 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 380 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (19,969 at the 2021 Census → 20,242 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL20666). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.